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I am a big fan of signature shoes. Before Clippers star Chris Paul has his own signature line he would wear Air Jordan kicks with his number and team’s colorway on them. Now we get to pick up those kicks this weekend. This fan favorite Chris Paul Air Jordan 13 Retro player exclusive features premium black leather and mesh uppers paired up with Orion Blue suede. Sunstone yellow lines the outsole as well as the embroidered ‘CP3’ logo on the tongue. Get yours November 7 on Nike.com.

The 2015 NBA Season starts in 28 days. Chris Paul is getting ready for the new season as his new signature shoe, the CP3 IX comes out. After ten pro seasons and eight consecutive All-Star appearances, Chris Paul has demonstrated that speed plus control leads to on-court domination. With this performance equation in mind, Jordan Brand introduces “Striking Control” via the Jordan CP3.IX. The shoe, built for Paul’s agile playing style, helps stabilize the foot during quick cuts and direction changes.

The Jordan CP3.IX employs several performance-driven technologies to meet the demands of aggressive play. An innovative web-lacing system offers lateral support and 360-degree lockdown. A composite mesh material and strategically placed foam form a durable and supportive upper that is also lightweight and breathable. A full-length, breathable internal bootie provides a close, one-to-one fit.

A nine-chamber Zoom Air unit in the forefoot acts like a piston for mechanical cushioning and greater responsiveness. Outrigger enhancements to the sole provide lateral stability during sharp cuts and jumps while rubber wraps the medial side, enhancing traction and control.

The Chinese character for “family” is inscribed on the outsole’s toe to symbolize the player’s close relationship with his family. Additionally, the chevron symbol on the sole – an icon of CP3’s signature shoes – honors his late grandfather.

The lead colorway of the CP3.IX – Yellow Dragon – draws parallels between Paul’s on-court movement and the dragon dance that celebrates the Chinese New Year. Additionally, the scholarly yellow dragon is known for its intelligence, a descriptor often attributed to Paul’s play.

The Jordan CP3.IX will release in the Emerald and Yellow Dragon colorways October 1 in China for a suggested retail price of $130. The Emerald colorway will also launch in North America on October 1, followed by a general global release on November 1. Stay tuned to @Jumpman23 and Jordan.com for more information on the Jordan CP3.IX and future colorway launches.

Marvin the Martian for some reason wants to challenge Blake Griffin to a dunk off. Marvin probably has not seen Blake in action since he is testing one of the NBA’s best. It could be that Marvin wants a pair of Jordan Super.Fly 4 that Blake rocks from the Jordan Brand. So who won? Check out the video below to find out.

Michael Jordan is known for many things on the basketball court. Some might forget that he broke a backboard during a game. It wasn’t in an NBA game or in college. This shattering event took place during a Nike exhibition match played in Italy in 1985. To bring back that memory the Jordan Brand created the Air Jordan I “Shattered Backboard.”

The Air Jordan 1 Retro High OG has a black/white/orange colorway to match the uniform that Michael wore during the game. It also has a graphic insole that references his high-flying, glass-shattering maneuver. The Jordan release date for the Air Jordan 1 “Shattered Backboard” is currently set for June 27 and will cost you $160.

As you probably have guessed by now I am a sneakerhead. My first choice of kicks is from the Air Jordan line. I love these sneakers all the way back when I was a kid. Jordan Brand just announced some fantastic shoes that will be coming out next year. I can’t wait especially for the Air Jordan V’s.

Throughout his career, Michael Jordan consistently elevated his game to extraordinary heights, achieving feats that include recording eight steals in the first half against Boston in 1988, scoring 69 points in a single playoff game, and ultimately retiring with the league’s highest scoring average of 30.1 points per game. For spring 2016, Jordan Brand celebrates its namesake’s career highs by introducing three legacy shoe collections that pay homage to these soaring moments of greatness.

Inspired by two iconic images of Jordan, the “Poster” Collection features the Air Jordan II and Air Jordan XII.

The Air Jordan II “Wing It” pays tribute to the brand’s ad campaign that coincided with the shoe’s original release in 1986. White, black and dark gray, the AJ II “Wing It” includes wings on the shoe’s heels that capture the spirit of Jordan’s effortless game above the rim.

In celebration of the shoe’s 20th anniversary, this Air Jordan XII pulls inspiration from the iconic “The Master” poster. A black base grounds the shoe, while hints of white and gold play off the poster’s radiant lines.

30 years ago, Michael Jordan shocked the world by unveiling exclusive colored-up performance footwear on the hardwood. His bold, instantly recognizable shoes sparked a worldwide craze. Presently known as player exclusives, these unique on-court color ways are highly prized by athletes and collectors alike.

As a celebration of the Air Jordan Franchise’s 30th Anniversary, the brand unveils three retro silhouettes that stem from this phenomenon and posit what Jordan’s player exclusive footwear would look like. The Air Jordan II, Air Jordan IV and Air Jordan V Low incorporate colors consistent with the Chicago-based team Jordan played for during his early years in the league.

The Dunk from Above Collection

Inspired by Michael Jordan’s relentless ability to take flight, the “Dunk From Above” shoe collection incorporates colorways and materials that support the seasonal theme of soar.

The Air Jordan 1 Nouveau, the first shoe in the Jordan Brand franchise to include the Wings logo, features a classic flat leather finish and a color shifting Nike Swoosh inspired by aviator goggles.

The Air Jordan IV, which introduced the word ‘Flight’ onto a basketball shoe, features an inner label with a midnight navy and metallic gold design.

With a similar color theme featuring metallic gold accents and ice outsole, the Air Jordan V Low nods to the idea of flight by taking design cues from a World-war II fighter plane.

Stay tuned to @Jumpman23 and Jordan.com for the latest updates on Jordan Brand products.

“The Jordan Flight Runner Golf is the perfect combination of Jordan and Nike innovation coupled with Michael’s love for the game of golf,” said Larry Miller, President, Jordan Brand. “This is the same formula that helped us create some of the most iconic shoes over the past thirty years and we are excited to bring Jordan Brand energy to the golf course.”

The Jordan Flight Runner Golf combines mesh and synthetic materials in the upper for lightweight support and breathability, while the shoe’s dynamic Nike Flywire provides the ultimate lockdown fit. The midsole contains a forefoot moderation plate that stabilizes the foot when twisting and the lightweight injected unit delivers maximized comfort on the course. The outsole’s TRI-LOK soft spikes and Free-inspired construction provide a flexible and supportive ride.

The Jordan Flight Runner Golf will be available on June 18th, exclusively on Jordan.com, for a suggested retail price of $200. Stay tuned to @Jumpman23 in the coming months for golf shoe updates.

The perfect pairing of Michael Jordan and Bugs Bunny took the world by storm when they teamed together for a Jordan Brand TV commercial in 1992. The two global icons let the world into their friendship, a friendship that has spanned 23 years, six championships and countless threats from the intergalactic cartoon world. The Air Jordan 7 Retro ‘Hare’ returns in the original colorway from 1992. Get yours May 16 on Nike.com.

The Jordan Eclipse is the latest sportswear offering that takes cues from some of the iconic Jordan basketball models. The Eclipse tooling along with the iconic Jumpman logo on the heel are drawn directly from the Air Jordan III, one of the most iconic offerings in the brands history.

Unlike traditional footwear design, the low-top features a deconstructed textile upper allowing for lightweight breathability, while the Neoprene tongue provides a moldable fit. The Jordan Eclipse’s low-profile injected midsole doubles as the outsole and holds an encapsulated Zoom Air component in the heel for optimal cushioning and support. The herringbone-pattern outsole provides great traction on a variety of surfaces.

The Jordan Eclipse will be available globally at Jordan.com and at select retailers on April 1. Stay tuned to @Jumpman23 in the coming months for additional colorway launches.

Jordan Brand’s experiential space for All-Star Weekend, Pearl Pavilion showcases 30 years of the brand, highlighting epic and defining moments throughout MJ’s career and providing the opportunity for fans to step into his shoes to emulate some of Jordan’s iconic last shot moments.

Plus here is MJ and his friends that showed up for Jordan Brand’s 30th Anniversary celebration last night in New York City for All-Star Weekend.

Michael and Yvette Jordan attend the Jordan Brand 30 Years of Greatness Celebration on Friday, Feb. 13, 2015 in New York.

Derek Jeter attends the Jordan Brand 30 Years of Greatness Celebration on Friday, Feb. 13, 2015 in New York.

Chris and Jada Paul attend the Jordan Brand 30 Years of Greatness Celebration on Friday, Feb. 13, 2015 in New York.

Nicki Minaj attends the Jordan Brand 30 Years of Greatness Celebration on Friday, Feb. 13, 2015 in New York.

Today, the Jordan Brand celebrated its 30th anniversary, opening its NBA All-Star Weekend experience at Pearl Pavilion across the street from Madison Square Garden. Two of Michael’s oldest friends and colleagues in the business, famed footwear designer Tinker Hatfield and Jordan Brand’s Howard “H” White took part in a Q&A session, telling never-heard-before stories of the three decades since the launch of the Air Jordan I.

In addition, Jordan brand athlete – New York Knicks All-Star Carmelo Anthony – attended the event, checking out the venue’s Hallway of Greatness , a collection of Walter Iooss Jordan photos, and an interactive experience where fans can emulate several of Jordan’s greatest shots ever.

Sports photographer Walter Iooss’ iconic imagery of Michael Jordan on display at Pearl Pavilion, New York City

Fans have an opportunity to relive 30 years of the Jordan Brand’s history at the Hallway of Greatness in Pearl Pavilion, New York City